40 years ago, a tornado outbreak killed 75 people in Pennsylvania
It's been 40 years since western Pennsylvania endured one of the worst tornado outbreaks ever to hit the area.
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It's been 40 years since western Pennsylvania endured one of the worst tornado outbreaks ever to hit the area.
After a tornado ripped the roof off of a salt barn in Butler County, the NWS was out on Thursday morning surveying the damage.
The Unionville Volunteer Fire Department caught the worst of the damage on camera.
Wednesday was another surveying day for the NWS and while 5 tornadoes have been confirmed, in Smithfield, they believe it was straight-line winds.
On Tuesday, the NWS confirmed at least one more EF-1 tornado touched down in our area, taking Sunday's total to 5.
National Weather Service storm surveyors found damage consistent with EF1 tornadoes.
2024 was a year full of headlines, breaking news, and big stories.
A tornado touched down in a Pittsburgh neighborhood on Wednesday, the National Weather Service confirmed.
Museum admission and golf tours will be free of charge.
The site was closed for a little over two months after an EF-1 tornado ripped through it back in July.
Baby formula maker Reckitt said tornado damage to an Indiana warehouse could affect supplies of its nutrition products.
It could take months before a historic Westmoreland County battlefield is deemed safe to reopen to the public.
It could take months before a historic Westmoreland County battlefield is deemed safe to reopen to the public. KDKA-TV's Lauren Linder reports.
While cleanup is underway, there's still a lot of work to be done.
It has been nearly a week since a massive EF1 tornado touched down at the Bushy Run Battlefield in Westmoreland County. And while cleanup is underway, there's still a lot of work to be done. KDKA-TV's Chris DeRose reports.
The National Weather Service is confirming two more tornadoes from Wednesday's severe storms.
Numerous parts of the area are cleaning up the damage left behind.
"Tornado Alley" used to refer to the central Plains region, but research shows new areas of the Midwest and Southeast now face a greater threat.
A tornado touched down in Westmoreland County on Wednesday.
Powerful storms left a wide trail of destruction in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina and Missouri. But there were also remarkable stories of survival.
The National Weather Service has confirmed that an EF0 tornado touched down in Beaver County on Saturday.
An old idea says you should open windows before a tornado to equalize the pressure, but does that work?
A tornado that ripped through a Washington County community two weeks ago has changed the way residents there look at the sky.
A tornado that ripped through a Washington County community two weeks ago has changed the way residents there look at the sky. KDKA-TV's Ross Guidotti reports.
Can you do anything to make sure your trees are stormproof?
There was no immediate reason given for the 81-year-old's hospitalization.
A man was arrested after state police conducted an undercover operation stemming from allegations that he sexually abused a 13-year-old girl.
Oneil Cruz hit a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
A man had to be taken to the hospital in critical condition after a stabbing on a PRT bus.
Women entering the workforce face a lot of challenges, but starting with the right clothing can make a big difference.
There was no immediate reason given for the 81-year-old's hospitalization.
A man was arrested after state police conducted an undercover operation stemming from allegations that he sexually abused a 13-year-old girl.
Oneil Cruz hit a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
A man had to be taken to the hospital in critical condition after a stabbing on a PRT bus.
Women entering the workforce face a lot of challenges, but starting with the right clothing can make a big difference.
There was no immediate reason given for the 81-year-old's hospitalization.
Negotiations over a $500 million dollar government aid package for Spirit stalled after bondholders balked at the terms.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Wegmans now owns the land in Cranberry Township that will house its first Pittsburgh-area location.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
What if your planter had just as much personality as what’s growing inside it? One creative Pittsburgher thought the same thing and started giving his flower pots actual faces!
Last week, football fans from around the nation descended on the North Side, and this week, the eyes of the art world are on Oakland for the 2026 Carnegie International. Though it doesn’t technically open until Saturday, Boaz was granted an early look at the event.
The Pittsburgh Marathon is this weekend, and while most runners will lace up in standard athletic gear, a few will be dressing for the produce aisle. If you see a pack of potatoes sprinting past you, don’t be alarmed.
Round up a bunch of reality TV legends, put them on a basketball court, and see what happens. That’s exactly what an upcoming celebrity basketball tournament in Pittsburgh is all about.
PTL hosts Mikey Hood and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny Health Network's Psychiatry and Behavioral Health Institute moved to a new space on Friday.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Oneil Cruz hit a tie-breaking single in the eighth inning, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 1-0 win over the Cincinnati Reds.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Carmen Mlodzinski had a career-high 10 strikeouts, Pittsburgh tied the MLB record for consecutive walks in an inning, and the Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 17-7.
Cherie DeVaux became the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown.
The Pittsburgh Penguins head into an offseason with plenty of questions, starting with the future of forward Evgeni Malkin.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
A converted church in rural central Pennsylvania has become a place where musicians with Amish roots are coming to record music and make videos.
The newly announced tour will be at PPG Paints Arena for two nights in September.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Trey Fulbright's forecast.
As the weekend came to a close, it was a running party throughout Downtown Pittsburgh as thousands of people came out for the 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon. KDKA’s Jessica Riley shares this story from the finish line.
KDKA-TV's Ricky Sayer got to take a ride-along with Pittsburgh EMS during the NFL draft.
Dress for Success Pittsburgh helps women entering the workforce both prepare and build confidence. Megan Shinn spoke with Liz Mims, the director of community engagement, about their work.
The first finishers of the 2026 Pittsburgh Marathon are crossing the finish line and KDKA-TV's Jessica Riley was there to witness it!
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
